DEPUTY DIRECTOR, NEW JERSEY RACING COMMISSION

Code: 53737 State Unclassified Range: M98 (FY 2027)

Official job specification

The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.

Definition

Appointed by the Commission and under the administrative direction of the Executive Director, New Jersey Racing Commission, assists the Executive Director in the administration of New Jersey Racing statutes; is responsible for the day to day operation of the Commission; does other related duties as required.

Examples of work

• Assists the Executive Director in the administration of the statutory and regulatory provisions governing the conduct of all horse racing in New Jersey at licensed race tracks where pari-mutuel wagering takes place including developing, supervising, and coordinating the programs and activities of the Commission throughout the state.
• Reviews, recommends, and drafts new and amended legislation, orders, revisions of administrative code, and regulations to meet the Racing Commission responsibilities.
• Apprises the Executive Director and Racing Commission of current activities, developments, and programs throughout the Racing Industry, both in New Jersey and in other racing jurisdictions.
• Initiates and conducts policy level meetings, briefings, and conferences with various groups involved with horseracing.
• Acts as the Executive Director's representative in advising and assisting the track associations and various interest groups in the development of legislation for the improvement of the Racing Industry.
• Prepares clear, sound, accurate, and informative reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Directs and/or supervises all functions and Assistant Directors within the New Jersey Racing Commission.
• Provides administrative assistance to the Executive Director in organizing, assigning, coordinating and overseeing the activities of the Commission.
• Assists the Executive director in the regulation of pari-mutuel betting systems. Implements decisions made by the Director.
• Coordinates the activities of the Racing Commission with the Attorney General's office in matters which require representation such as Office of Administrative Law Contested matters, law suits, and appeals.
• Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office or related units.

Education

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.

Experience

Six (6) years of experience in the field of horse racing regulation, three (3) years of which shall have been in an administrative capacity.

License

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Knowledge of administrative methods and procedures.
• Ability to interpret and apply New Jersey racing laws and regulations.
• Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
• Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
• Code: M98-

Note

The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

Applicants who do not possess the required degree may substitute additional experience as indicated above on a year-for-year basis with thirty (30) semester hour credits being equal to one (1) year of experience.

Appointee shall have been a resident of the State of New Jersey for at least five (5) years in accordance with N.J.S.A. 5:5-25.